Derek McLarty

About Derek McLarty

As a seasoned Chief Operating Officer, I bring over 15 years of experience in managing operations, strategic planning and resource allocation across diverse sectors. My expertise lies in translating vision into actionable plans to achieve business goals, scaling operations effectively and fostering a culture that promotes transparency and connection with the mission.My career is marked by accomplishments such as reducing production cycle time by 57% through lean principles, improving Organizational Health Score by 40% within a year through EOS implementation, and doubling throughput while scaling staff 2x in 9 months. Moreover, my ability to build strong partnerships with CEOs has enabled them to delegate daily operations and focus on broader strategy.I have successfully managed P&L for a $2M budget, aligning finances with strategic objectives while ensuring fiscal responsibility. Adept at cross-functional leadership, I\'ve integrated various business functions like Revenue, Production, Field Ops, Finance/HR/IT into a unified strategy leading to better organizational efficiency.What sets me apart is my talent for building outstanding teams - my greatest accomplishment being the development of leaders who can carry the torch after my exit. My approach to work is rooted in standardizing processes, eliminating waste and driving long-term direction aligned with company\'s vision.I invite you to connect with me if your organization seeks an experienced COO who can efficiently allocate resources, manage business functions cohesively and foster a culture driven by transparency and commitment towards the mission. Let\'s discuss how we can translate your vision into reality together.

Experience

1. Integrator Fractional COO

   Duke Bcg Fractional Coos

   Aug 2025 — Present · Memphis, TN, US

   I partner with growth-minded business owners and CEOs (10–250 employees,$5M–$50M+ revenue) to turn founder-led chaos into scalable, self-sustaining companies. My work centers on:• Aligning leadership teams so they operate as a unified force instead of siloed departments.• Installing practical systems (EOS, Scaling Up, or custom frameworks) that create traction and accountability.• Reducing owner dependency by building leadership capacity and decision-making processes.• Streamlining operations to replace duct-taped systems with scalable structures.• Driving execution through hands-on operational leadership.

Education

• Bethlehem College and Seminary

  Bachelor of Theology

  2014 — 2015

• Bethlehem College and Seminary

  Master of Arts - MA, Exegesis and Theology